San Mateo, Rizal
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
San Mateo is a municipality in the province of Rizal, Philippines, part of the Greater Manila Area. Originally a settlement recorded in 1572, it was described as inhabited by a fierce yet friendly population. The town's name is linked to Saint Matthew, with the first chapel dedicated to him built in 1596.
Statistics
Area
55.09 km²
Population
276,449